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A short but steep 4.3 mile circular walk with some fantastic views towards the coast.

On the summit of Leith Hill is Leith Hil Tower, built in 1765 and renovated in 1864 and again in 1984.  The tower is 19.5 metres high and takes the total heightof the hill to 294 metres (a marilyn).

The walk starts from the campsite at Etherley Farm and follows a number of trails through Leith Hill Copse and Orchard Copse, passing Leith Hill PLace before crossing the road and winding through Slittens Copse.

It then takes the steepst climb up to Leith Hill Tower (which makes the cup of tea at the top all the more rewarding).

From the top, a gentle stroll takes you back down to the road before entering the rhododendron forest and rejoining the outbound trail.

From the campsite there's an excellent pub, The Parrot Inn, just around the corner.

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  • john esrever's picture

    This is private owned (hardwood forest) and your liable to get shot at by the grounds keeper (bit of a x military psycho) he threatens walkers and will definitely threaten you if you have a dog in there. Don't visit this woods not worth the agro.
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    Aug 08, 2016

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Distance

4 - 5 Miles

Difficulty

Strenuous Walk

Points of Interest

Viewpoint
Car Parking (free)
Public House
Historic Site

Hazards

Steep Hill

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